Oil Pressure Sensor

[pdxrealtor]

does anyone know if any special tools are needed to change the oil pressure sensor sending unit that is located behind the manifold?

I've read conflicting info.... mine is all of a sudden making the gauge go up and down, setting off the oil pressure low warning in the DIC.... which is accompanied by a ding ding ding. Gets very annoying!!:crying:

[citiboy]

You need J41712 tool.

http://www.autozone.com/repairinfo/repairguide/repairGuideContent.jsp?pageId=0996b43f8025eccb

Scroll down to 6.0L engine.

Here's the actual tool http://www.ebay.com/itm/KENT-MOORE-OIL-PRESSURE-SENSOR-SOCKET-J-41712-/141483997363?hash=item20f11a78b3&item=141483997363&pt=Motors_Automotive_Tools&vxp=mtr

You can also use 1 1/16 deep socket.

Goodluck

[pdxrealtor]

Thanks!

I wish autozone would have pointed that out when I talked to them.

I'm going to pick up a 1 1/16th socket from Autozone when I grab the sensor tomorrow. Fun stuff.....

[citiboy]

Make sure you check the fit of the new sensor to the socket while you're at the store.

[pdxrealtor]

Thanks for the tip..... I will certainly do so!

[pdxrealtor]

1 1/16" deep socket worked fine.

Used a 1/2" swivel on what was probably a 4" extension for a total of about 6".

It's a bit tight, but once you find it and get your method for reaching it's a pretty easy swap.

Thanks for the info citiboy.

[citiboy]

You're welcome buddy...glad it worked out for 'ya. Keep the mods coming.